# Hybrid Street Dances Brukup is a Blend of Krumping and Afro-Japanese Expression By Tracy Wallace | Published 2011-03-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombie-flailing-afro-japanese-dances-brukup-a-dance-combining-styles-from-s References: [nytimes](http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/10/fashion/10brukup.html?_r=1) & [nytimes](http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2011/03/08/fashion/0309brukup.html?ref=fashion) Brukup, also spelled Bruk up or Bruckup, is an underground dance form that combines the moves of many dance styles from several different countries. The dancer contorts into a series of moves reminiscent of a combination of mime, *Thriller* monster moves, raving and [break dancing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endurance-tap-dance), krumping, and Jamaican dance hall. Another dance that Brukup incorporates is butoh, a Japanese modern dance form known as the dance of the dead. At this time Bruk is mainly practiced in Afro-Caribbean communities, but now that mainstream music videos and [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-weather) have been showing the dance, it is being appreciated by a larger audience. Bruk has fans as far as Australia and China through the help of online video. Pop culture also plays a role when choreographing the dance; references to movies such as “Lost Boys” and “Blade” have been used. Unlike other forms of street dance, dancers often wear costumes or use a few props to illustrate a theme. In the first gallery photo, dancer Drevon Washington (aka Dominus the Konqueror), sports fangs and a mask. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Street Dances:** Opportunity for dancers to combine different dance styles and create unique and captivating performances. - **Mainstream Appreciation of Brukup:** Increased exposure through music videos and online platforms leads to a larger audience and global recognition. - **Incorporation of Pop Culture References:** The use of movie references and thematic costumes adds storytelling elements to street dance performances. ### Who This Affects Most - **Dance Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new dance formats that combine multiple styles and create immersive experiences for audiences. - **Online Video Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create platforms that specifically cater to showcasing street dance performances and give dancers the opportunity to reach global audiences. - **Costume Design and Prop Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide specialized costume and prop solutions for dancers, specifically tailored to street dance styles that incorporate storytelling elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dancing NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natyaverse.md) - [Feel-Good Kombucha Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/komboomcha-box.md) - [Interactive Dance Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-it.md) - [Metaverse Dance Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-dance-day.md) - [NFT Avatar Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akutar.md) - [Diverse Premium Unisex Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bru-eyewear.md) - [Rewarding Dance Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desperados-dance-club.md) - [Artist-Backed Breakdancing Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-sneaker.md) - [Vibrant Boba Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruity-boba-innovations.md)